EX FWD
What the EX adds over the LX (+$2,000)
| Spec | LX | EX |
|---|---|---|
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $27,190 | $29,190 |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 66.3 in |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD Radio and Voice Recognition (VR) (AVN 5.0 wide), 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat, Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger, Authentic stitch crashpad, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA), Drive mode select (DMS) with Eco, Smart, Sport and Snow modes, Heated front seats, Leather wrapped steering wheel, Paddle shifters, Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA), Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back), Rubber Pedals, Safe Exit Warning (SEW), Smart Key with Push Button Start and Smart Welcome, Tire Mobility Kit (TMK), Transmission gear selector - Rotary Dial (Shift-by-wire), Unique design center fascia, Wireless charging
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.6 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 in |
| Overall length | 183.5 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 187 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 41.3 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,190 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driver Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.3 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | McPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.648:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3661 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3396 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4674 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety28 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection
- Blind View Monitor (BVM)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side air bags
- Full-length front side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKA)
- Rear view camera
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R)
- Rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High-Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Speed sensing automatic door lock system
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD Radio and Voice Recognition (VR) (AVN 5.0 wide)
- 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
- Bluetooth phone and streaming audio
- Front USB c-type charging (x1)
- Paddle shifters
- Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back)
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless charging
Convenience6 std · 1 opt
- Smart Key with Push Button Start and Smart Welcome
- Cruise control
- Power outlets (12V) (1 front, 1 cargo)
- Powered front and rear windows
- Remote keyless entry with alarm and panic function
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
- Power windows with one-touch auto up/down (front windows) optional
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- 2nd Row air vents
- Automatic defog system
- Dual-zone full automatic temperature control (FATC) Air conditioning
Seating6 std · 1 opt
- Heated front seats
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support
- 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat
- Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger
- Height adjustable up/down headrests (HEV)
- Rear 60:40 split with fold and drive fold flat, and recline
- SynTex Premium artificial leather seating optional
Interior21 std · 3 opt
- 12.2-inch LCD supervision with integrated 4.2-inch TFT cluster
- Authentic stitch crashpad
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Extendable sunvisor
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Luggage lamp
- Map light
- Metal paint inside door handle
- PVC center door trim
- PVC upper front and rear door trim
- Padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders
- Plastic scuff plate
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
- Room light
- Rubber Pedals
- Soft PVC Trans gearshift knob
- Soft-touch crashpad
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Unique design center fascia
- LED luggage lamp optional
- LED map light optional
- LED room light optional
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Front seatback pockets
Exterior18 std · 3 opt
- LED projection headlights
- 18-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Body-color outside door handle
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Heated tailgate glass
- Hidden rear tailgate glass wiper
- LED daytime running lights (DRL)
- LED rear taillights
- Power adjustable outside mirrors
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- Rear deck lid spoiler
- Roof rails with silver finish (flush type)
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Gloss black roof rails (flush type) optional
- Heated outside mirrors optional
- Auto light control
- Privacy glass (tailgate and rear windows)
- LED high mounted stop lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire optional
Powertrain5 std · 2 opt
- Active All Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
- Drive mode select Normal, Sport, Smart, Snow modes optional
- 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
- 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (HEV)
- Drive mode select
- Drive mode select (DMS) with Eco, Smart, Sport and Snow modes
- Transmission gear selector - Rotary Dial (Shift-by-wire)
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Column Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)
- McPherson strut front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension
- Shock Absorber Type: Gas
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Dual-level cargo floor
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2024 Sportage. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2024 Kia Sportage EX?
The manufacturer lists $29,190 for the 2024 Kia Sportage EX. That is $2,000 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2024 Kia Sportage EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 21 features become standard that the LX does not and 6 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.